welcome back Interlink ins sight fans I'm your host Vicki and today we have a breaking news story that's sending shock waves through the Sports World buckle up because we're diving into a jaw dropping update from the US Women's National Soccer Team the headline says it all Alex Morgan left off the US wnt roster for the Paris Olympics Yes you heard that right the legendary Alex Morgan the uswnt's active leading goal scorer and fth on its all-time list will not be heading to Paris this summer let's break it down Emma Hayes the new head coach of the usw NT has announced her 18 player roster and it's packed with Talent nwsl scoring leader Sophia Smith mallerie Swanson Jay D Shaw Trinity Rodman and Crystal Dunn are among the forwards taking the stage but why is Alex Morgan on this list according to Hayes the biggest challenge was the roster size only 16 Outfield players can make the cut with a packed schedule of games over a 17-day period versatility was Key Hay emphasized the need for players who can adapt and play multiple positions a factor that influenced her tough decision to leave Morgan off the team first off I want to talk about what an amazing player and human Alex Morgan has been it was not easy making this decision especially considering her record and history with this team but with only 18 spots I thought we needed to go in a different direction ction Hayes also mentioned Morgan's recent struggles and ankle injury a slow start to the nwsl season and a need for versatility that Morgan doesn't quite fit but don't count Morgan out just yet she remains a pivotal figure in soccer known for her leadership and unmatched experience joining the squad our goalkeepers Casey Murphy and Alyssa nah here Defenders like Tia Davidson and Emily Fox midfielders including Sam coffee and Rose lvll and don't forget the alternates Lynn Williams Jane Campbell Hal herselt and Croix Bethune all ready to step in if needed today I'm disappointed about not having the opportunity to represent our country on the Olympic stage this tournament is close to my heart and I take immense Pride any time I put on the crest I'll be cheering for our team alongside the rest of our country let's go you sir what a heartfelt message from Alex Morgan it's clear that her spirit and support for the team remain unwavering as the US wnt prepares to Take On The World in Paris they'll face tough competition with a young and dynamic Squad eager to prove themselves mark your calendars folks the US wnt will play two sendoff matches against Mexico on July 13 and Costa Rica on July 16 before heading to Paris their Olympic Journey begins with a groupb opener against Zombia on July 25 followed by Germany on July 28 and rapid up the group stage against Australia on July 31 this is just the beginning of an exciting Journey for the us wnt and we'll be right here keeping you updated every step of the way what are your thoughts on Alex Morgan's mission do you think this new roster has what it takes to bring home the gold let us know in the comments if you enjoyed this update don't forget to like comment and subscribe to Interlink insight for more thrilling sports news and Analysis hit that Bell IC to never miss an update thanks for watching and see you next time